Fans across Botswana are eager to see how far Chiefs will maintain their stellar form or if one of the challengers will close the gap at the top
GAZETTE REPORTER
As the 2024-25 FNB Premiership enters its fifth week, Mochudi Centre Chiefs have claimed the top spot with 10 points from four games.
Magosi, as Chiefs are affectionately known, have shown formidable form, boasting the league’s highest goal difference (+9) with 10 goals scored and only one conceded.
Their consistent defence and aggressive attack have set a high standard, making them the team to beat so far this season.
Solid defensive approach
Following closely behind are Tafic FC with nine points. TAFIC also have a solid defensive approach thus far this season, having conceded only two goals and ‘netting’ six of their own to be within striking distance of Magosi.
They are set to face Security Systems in Lobatse this weekend and hope to close the gap at the top of the table.
Meanwhile, Jwaneng Galaxy sit at third with eight points. Though they remain unbeaten, Galaxy’s scoring has been modest, with just three goals so far. They will aim to pick up pace in their upcoming home match against Nico United.
Formidable Township Rollers
Orapa United, Township Rollers and Sua Flamingoes round out the top six with seven points each with each team looking to gain an edge this weekend.
Always a formidable presence, Township Rollers will take on Matebele FC at Royal Aria Stadium in Tlokweng while Orapa United will go head-to-head with BDF XI. Flamingoes, aiming to push further up the standings, will visit Union Flamingo Santos.
As the season heats up, fans are in for an exciting weekend on 2 and 3 November, with fixtures promising action-packed matchups. Here’s a complete look at the Week 5 fixtures:
Saturday 2 November 2024:
- Union Flamingo Santos vs Sua Flamingoes at BPSC Stadium, 4pm.
- Security Systems vs Tafic FC at Lobatse Sports Complex, 4pm.
- Chadibe FC vs Mochudi Centre Chiefs at Francistown Council Stadium, 4pm.
- Township Rollers vs Matebele FC at Royal Aria Stadium, 4pm.
- VTM FC vs Morupule Wanderers at VTM Arena, 4pm.
- Jwaneng Galaxy vs Nico United at Galaxy Stadium, 4pm
- Orapa United vs BDF XI at Itekeng Stadium, 4pm
Sunday 3 November 2024:
- Gaborone United vs Extension Gunners at National Stadium, 4pm.
Mochudi Centre Chiefs will look to maintain their unbeaten streak against Chadibe FC, who are currently fighting to avoid the relegation zone.
Meanwhile, Township Rollers will attempt to build on their momentum when they face Matebele FC, hoping to inch closer to the league leaders.
Fans across Botswana are eager to see how far Chiefs will maintain their stellar form or if one of the challengers will close the gap. The competitive nature of this season’s FNB Premiership is already evident, promising an exciting run in the weeks to come.